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Meet the Collective

Find the right partner for your wellness journey.

Jillian Taylor, LPC: Start Today Counseling Interventions

Jillian Taylor, MS, LPC, CCTP, CIMHP

Licensed Professional Counselor | EMDR-Trained | Certified Clinical Trauma Professional | VA Board-Approved LPC Clinical Supervisor

Owner: Start Today Counseling Interventions

Areas of Focus: * Anxiety * Depression * Trauma * Stress & Burnout * BIPOC concerns * Military Service Members & Spouses/ Veterans * Life Transitions & Adjustments * Self-Esteem * Women's & Men's Issues * Professional & Caregiver Burnout Therapeutic Modality: Individual, EMDR, Group Therapy, Clinical Supervision (LPC) Approaches: * Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) * Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) * Person Centered Therapy * Trauma-Informed Therapy * EMDR Therapy * Somatic Approaches * Integrative Mental Health Approaches * Strengths-Based Approaches Ideal For: Adults (18+) who have spent so much time showing up for others that they've lost touch with what they need themselves. Whether navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, or a major life transition, or seeking supportive clinical supervision, the focus is on developing deeper self-understanding, building practical skills, and creating meaningful change.

Session Format: Virtual Across Virginia • Limited In-Person Availability

 

Accepted Commercial Insurance: Anthem • Aetna • Cigna • United Healthcare/Optum

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Payment Options: Private Pay • Out-of-Network Benefits

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Current Availability: Limited waitlist

Benny L, LPC Counseling Resident

Benny Li, MS, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor​

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​Start Today Counseling Interventions

Areas of Focus * Anxiety * Depression * LGBTQ+ Affirming Care * BIPOC Concerns * Trauma * Stress & Burnout * Life Transitions & Adjustments * Identity Exploration Therapeutic Modality: Individual Therapy Approaches: *Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) * Person-Centered Therapy * Solution-Focused Therapy * Reality Therapy * Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) * Relational Cultural Therapy (RCT) * Mindfulness Based Approaches * Strength Based Approaches Ideal For: Adults (18+) who are feeling stuck, questioning their direction, navigating life transitions, or seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and the experiences that have shaped them. Well-suited for those looking to build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and create a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.

Session Format: Virtual Across Virginia 

 

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Accepted Commercial Insurance: Anthem • Aetna • Cigna • United Healthcare/Optum

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Payment Options: Private Pay • Out-of-Network Benefits

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Current Availability: Now Booking

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Sarah Abraham, MEd

Resident in Counseling 

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Start Today Counseling Interventions

Areas of Focus: * Anxiety * Depression * Trauma * Stress & Burnout * Life Transitions & Adjustments * Women's Issues * Military Service Members & Spouses/ Veterans * Self-Esteem/Confidence * Relationship Issues * Communication Issues * Conflict Resolution Therapeutic Modality: Individual, Couples, Group Therapy Approaches: * Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) * Solution-Focused Therapy * Trauma-Informed Therapy * Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) * Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) * Mindfulness-Based Approaches * Strength Based Approaches Ideal for: Adults (18+) and couples who want to better understand themselves and their relationships, strengthen communication, navigate conflict more effectively, and build deeper emotional connection. A good fit for those experiencing relationship stress, life transitions, anxiety, or challenges that are impacting their sense of connection with themselves or others.

Session Format: Virtual Across Virginia • Limited In-Person Availability

 

Accepted Commercial Insurance:  Aetna • Cigna

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Payment Options: Reduced Private • Pay Sliding Scale

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Current Availability: Limited waitlist

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Mietta Colson, MS

Resident in Counseling 

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​Start Today Counseling Interventions

Areas of Focus: * Anxiety * Depression * Trauma * Stress & Burnout * Life Transitions & Adjustments * Women's & Men's Issues * Military Service Members & Spouses/ Veterans * Self-Esteem/Confidence * BIPOC Concerns Therapeutic Modality: Individual (18+), Adolescents (13+), Couples, Group Therapy Approaches: * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) * Solution-Focused Therapy * Trauma-Informed Therapy * Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) * Person Centered Therapy * Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) * Mindfulness-Based Approaches * Strength Based Approaches Ideal for: Individuals, Couples, and Adolescents who feel stuck in familiar patterns, overwhelmed by life's demands, or uncertain about what comes next. Support is focused on building greater self-understanding, healthier coping strategies, and discovering pathways to change that are unique to you and your needs.

Session Format: Virtual Across Virginia • Limited In-Person Availability

 

Accepted Commercial Insurance:  Aetna • Cigna

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Payment Options: Reduced Private • Pay Sliding Scale

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Current Availability: Now Booking

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Leah Forney, MS

Marriage & Family Therapy Resident 

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​Start Today Counseling Interventions

Areas of Focus: * Trauma * Life Transitions & Adjustments * Relationship Difficulties * BIPOC Concerns * Women's & Men's Issues * Intimate Partner Violence * Domestic Violence Recovery Therapeutic Modality: Individual (18+) , Adolescents (13+)/Family, Couples Therapy Approaches: * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) * Solution-Focused Therapy * Trauma-Informed Therapy * Person Centered Therapy * Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) * Family Systems Therapy * Strength Based Approaches Ideal for: Adults (18+), Couples, Adolescents/Families working through the lasting impact of trauma, abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, or significant life changes. Support is centered on healing at your own pace, reconnecting with your strengths, and building a future that feels more grounded, hopeful, and aligned with your goals.

Session Format: Virtual Across Virginia 

 

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Accepted Commercial Insurance:  Aetna • Cigna

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Payment Options: Reduced Private • Pay Sliding Scale​​

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Current Availability: Now Booking

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Gay Gibson, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker | EMDR-Certified| VA Board-Approved LCSW Clinical Supervisor

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​Owner: Healing Within Therapy

Areas of Focus: * Trauma & PTSD Recovery * EMDR Therapy * Anxiety * Depression * Domestic Violence Recovery * Addiction & Recovery Support * Life Transitions * LCSW Clinical Supervision Therapeutic Modality: Individual (18+), Family & Group Therapy, Clinical Supervision (LCSW) Approaches: *EMDR Therapy * Trauma-Informed Therapy * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) * Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) * Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) * Integrative Mental Health Approaches * Strengths-Based Interventions * Person-Centered Therapy Ideal For: Individuals who are working to heal from trauma, PTSD, abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, or difficult life transitions and are seeking compassionate, experienced support to help them move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

Session Format: Virtual Across Virginia • In-Person Availability

 

Accepted Commercial Insurance: Aetna • Anthem • Optima • United Healthcare/Optum • Cigna

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Payment Options: Private Pay • Out-of-Network Benefits

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Current Availability: Limited waitlist

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Alicia M. 

 

Reiki Master Teacher | Sound Healing Practitioner 

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Owner: Healing Hands RVA​

Areas of Focus: * Reiki Energy Healing * Sound Healing * Stress Reduction * Emotional Balance * Nervous System Support * Anxiety & Overwhelm * Self-Care & Restoration * Mind-Body Wellness * Personal Growth & Self-Connection Wellness Approaches: Traditional Reiki Healing, Sound Healing, Aromatherapy Integration, Chakra Alignment, Mind-Body Wellness Practices, Intuitive Energy Work Ideal For: Individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, disconnected from themselves, or are seeking a gentle, restorative approach to supporting their overall well-being and nervous system health.

Wellness Session Format: In-Person & Virtual Wellness Sessions

 

This service is not covered by Insurance

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Payment Options: Private Pay 

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Current Availability: Limited waitlist

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Andrew T.

Remote Fitness Coach & Trainer

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​​​​Owner: Flex Your Gains Fitness

Areas of Focus: * Strength Training * Weight Management * Muscle Building * Energy & Performance * Healthy Habit Development * Nutrition Guidance * Lifestyle Change * Body Confidence * Sustainable Wellness * Virtual Fitness Coaching Coaching Approaches: Personalized Strength Training, Nutrition Education & Guidance, Habit-Based Coaching, Goal-Oriented Planning, Accountability & Motivation Support Ideal For: Adults who want to improve their health, build strength, increase energy, lose weight, or develop a more sustainable relationship with fitness without extreme diets, unrealistic expectations, or overwhelming workout routines.

Wellness Session Format: Virtual Coaching & Training Support

 

This service is not covered by Insurance

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Payment Options: Private Pay 

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Current Availability: Limited waitlist

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Crystal Jones, LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | EMDR-Trained | VA Board-Approved LPC & LMFT Supervisor| Registered Yoga Teacher

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Owner: Couch Talk With Crystal

Areas of Focus: * LPC Clinical Supervision * LMFT Clinical Supervision * Evidence Based, Ethical Practice * Clinical Skill Development * Therapist Wellness Supervision Approach: Collaborative Supervision, Strengths-Based Development, Mindfulness & Reflective Practice, Therapist Wellness Integration Ideal for: LPC/LMFT counseling residents seeking supportive supervision, professional growth, ethical guidance, and practical tools for building a fulfilling career in mental health.

Session Format: Virtual Clinical Supervision & Consultation Across Virginia 

 

​​Payment Options: Private Pay

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Current Availability: Limited waitlist

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